Exclusive One-Day Mandocello Workshops with Steve Knightley in September 2024

This September, fans of Steve Knightley and enthusiasts of stringed instruments were treated in a series of exclusive one-day Mandocello workshops at various centres around the country. These workshops provided a rare opportunity to explore the rhythms, chords, and techniques behind some of Steve's most celebrated songs, including "Santiago," "Country Life," and "Are We Alright."

Steve, renowned for his mastery and innovative use of the Mandocello, will share the secrets and skills that brought these iconic songs to life. The workshops will feature the GDAD tuning that Steve uses, offered invaluable insights for Mandocello, Bazouki, and Octave Mandolin players who use similar tunings.

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Workshop Details:

Focus: Techniques, rhythms, and chords of Steve's famous songs
Instruments: Mandocello, Bazouki, and Octave Mandolin with similar tunings
Cost: £190.00 per person, including in-course refreshments and a light lunch.
Dates and locations: please click on the relevant button to book your place on your chosen course....
- Saturday 7th September - Elm Farm Music, Swannington, Leicestershire. LE67 8RH
- Sunday 8th September - Elm Farm Music, Swannington, Leicestershire. LE67 8RH
- Saturday 14th September - Belchamp St. Paul, Sudbury - CANCELLED
- Sunday 15th September - South Elmham, near Bungay, Suffolk
- Saturday 21st September - Exeter, Devon
- Sunday 22nd September - Thorncombe, near Chard, Somerset
- Saturday 28th September - Marlborough, Wiltshire
- Sunday 29th September - Wickham, near Fareham, Hampshire
Course Duration: 11.00am to 5.00pm, with breaks for refreshments and a light lunch
Bonus evening session

In al of the workshops, Steve delivered an insight into the skills and techniques that he has honed over years of playing this special instrument. All players benefitted from the experience of being taught by "The Master" and went home equipped to play some of Steve's classic songs.

Steve is in the process of planning a second season of Workshops for 2025.